Hasbro (HAS) FY Conference Summary Company Overview - **Company**: Hasbro, Inc. (HAS) - **Date of Conference**: May 14, 2025 - **Key Speakers**: Gina Gedder (CFO and COO) Key Points Organizational Changes and Strategy - Hasbro is undergoing a multi-year transformation, with approximately two and a half years completed and another two and a half years expected to finalize the process [8][9] - The initial focus was on simplifying operations, reducing complexity, and divesting from the eOne entertainment business [9] - SKU count has been reduced by nearly 80%, and efforts have been made to clean up inventory and balance sheets [10] - The "Playing to Win" strategy was launched in February, emphasizing play, partnership, and profitability [10][12] - The strategy includes three business categories: growth, optimized, and reinvent, with growth businesses accounting for about 75% of revenue [12][13] Financial Performance and Projections - Midterm revenue growth target is set at a mid-single-digit rate, with annual margin expansion of 0.5 to 1 percentage point [26] - The first quarter saw a 46% growth in the Magic business, indicating strong demand and player engagement [30][34] - The company has not observed significant changes in consumer behavior despite tariff pressures, with holiday sales expected to remain strong [38][40] Tariff Impact and Pricing Strategy - The company is navigating tariff implications, with a recent reduction in anticipated tariff rates from 145% to 30%, which is expected to lessen the financial burden [42][50] - Pricing strategies are being adjusted based on the new tariff landscape, with a focus on maintaining competitive price points [46][48] - Approximately 45-50% of the product portfolio is priced at $20 or less, which is crucial for consumer accessibility [46] Balance Sheet and Debt Management - Hasbro has prioritized balance sheet health, focusing on inventory management and debt reduction following the eOne acquisition [66][68] - Inventory levels are reported to be healthy, returning to pre-COVID levels, allowing for better cash flow management [66] - The company aims to reduce debt to around 2.5 times leverage, with ongoing efforts to buy back or pay down debt [68] Future Growth and Investment - Hasbro is committed to investing in growth opportunities, particularly within the Wizards segment, which includes video games and other gaming initiatives [62][63] - The company is exploring direct-to-consumer sales channels, which currently represent a $100 million business [77] - Future plans include potential share buybacks starting in 2026, contingent on debt reduction and cash flow from new game launches [87][88] Consumer Trends and Market Position - Hasbro is adapting to changing consumer behaviors, particularly the shift towards digital gaming, while leveraging its IP across various platforms [72][74] - The company is focusing on improving demand planning and supply chain management in response to the loss of traditional retail partners like Toys R Us [80][79] Additional Insights - The executive team has undergone significant changes, with about 70% of leadership being new to their roles [15][16] - AI implementation is in the early stages, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and analytical capabilities [19][20] - The company is actively reshoring some production to the U.S. to mitigate supply chain risks [55]

Part I - Financial Information [Item 1. Financial Statements](index=5&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements) Q1 2025 financials show total assets of $6.04 billion, net revenues of $887.1 million (up 17.1%), and net earnings of $98.6 million, driven by strong segment growth Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (in millions) | Account | March 30, 2025 | December 29, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Current Assets** | $1,912.8 | $2,242.5 | | **Total Assets** | $6,040.0 | $6,340.3 | | **Total Current Liabilities** | $1,156.0 | $1,401.3 | | **Long-term Debt** | $3,331.5 | $3,380.8 | | **Total Liabilities** | $4,842.5 | $5,155.3 | | **Total Shareholders' Equity** | $1,197.5 | $1,185.0 | - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to **$621.1 million** from **$695.0 million** at year-end 2024[13](index=13&type=chunk) - Inventories increased to **$295.8 million** from **$274.2 million** at year-end 2024[13](index=13&type=chunk) Consolidated Statements of Operations Q1 2025 vs Q1 2024 Performance (in millions, except per share data) | Metric | Q1 2025 (ended Mar 30) | Q1 2024 (ended Mar 31) | Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Revenues | $887.1 | $757.3 | +17.1% | | Operating Profit | $170.7 | $116.2 | +46.9% | | Net Earnings Attributable to Hasbro | $98.6 | $58.2 | +69.4% | | Diluted EPS | $0.70 | $0.42 | +66.7% | | Cash Dividends Declared per Share | $0.70 | $0.70 | 0% | - A loss on disposal of business of **$25.0 million** was recorded in Q1 2025, compared to **$9.1 million** in Q1 2024[15](index=15&type=chunk) Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Earnings (Loss) - Total comprehensive earnings attributable to Hasbro, Inc. was **$105.4 million** in Q1 2025, a significant increase from **$56.4 million** in Q1 2024[18](index=18&type=chunk) - The increase was driven by higher net earnings and a positive foreign currency translation adjustment of **$10.2 million**, compared to a loss of **$4.0 million** in the prior year[18](index=18&type=chunk) Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows Cash Flow Summary (in millions) | Activity | Q1 2025 (ended Mar 30) | Q1 2024 (ended Mar 31) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $138.1 | $177.8 | | Net cash utilized by investing activities | ($52.4) | ($48.1) | | Net cash utilized by financing activities | ($162.4) | ($108.9) | - The decrease in operating cash flow was primarily due to changes in working capital, specifically a smaller decrease in accounts receivable compared to the prior year[21](index=21&type=chunk) - Financing activities in Q1 2025 included **$97.9 million** in dividend payments and **$49.2 million** in debt repayments[21](index=21&type=chunk) Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity - Total shareholders' equity increased from **$1,185.0 million** at the end of fiscal 2024 to **$1,197.5 million** at the end of Q1 2025[24](index=24&type=chunk) - The increase was primarily driven by net earnings of **$98.6 million**, partially offset by dividends declared of **$98.4 million**[24](index=24&type=chunk) Condensed Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements Q1 2025 Net Revenue by Segment (in millions) | Segment | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Wizards of the Coast and Digital Gaming | $462.1 | $316.3 | +46% | | Consumer Products | $398.3 | $413.0 | -4% | | Entertainment | $26.7 | $28.0 | -5% | Q1 2025 Net Revenue by Brand Portfolio (in millions) | Brand Portfolio | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Grow Brands | $653.4 | $521.7 | +25% | | Optimize Brands | $132.1 | $141.8 | -7% | | Reinvent Brands | $101.6 | $93.8 | +8% | - The company recorded a **$25.0 million** expense related to the settlement of a holdback amount from the sale of its eOne Film and TV business[48](index=48&type=chunk) - The company repurchased **$50.4 million** of its 2026 and 2027 Notes, recording a gain on extinguishment of **$1.2 million**[59](index=59&type=chunk) - Restructuring charges related to the 'Operational Excellence' program were **$1.8 million** in Q1 2025, with a remaining liability of **$39.1 million**[82](index=82&type=chunk) [Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=26&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management reported Q1 2025 revenue increased 17% to $887.1 million, driven by Wizards of the Coast, with operating profit improving and a new 'Playing to Win' strategy launched Overview and Recent Developments - The company launched a refreshed strategy, 'Playing to Win', to refocus on play and partnership, aiming to become a highly profitable and diverse toy and game company[100](index=100&type=chunk) - The five strategic building blocks of 'Playing to Win' are: Profitable Franchises, Aging Up, Everyone Plays, Digital and Direct, and Partner Scale[102](index=102&type=chunk) - Brand portfolios were realigned into Grow, Optimize, and Reinvent categories to correspond with the new strategy[101](index=101&type=chunk)[102](index=102&type=chunk) - The company estimates a potential negative gross impact to operating profit of **$100 million** to **$300 million** in 2025 from tariffs, with a net profit impact of **$60 million** to **$180 million** after mitigation efforts[104](index=104&type=chunk) Results of Operations Q1 2025 vs Q1 2024 Operating Results (as % of Net Revenues) | Line Item | Q1 2025 % | Q1 2024 % | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cost of Sales | 23.1% | 27.0% | | Operating Profit | 19.2% | 15.3% | | Net Earnings | 11.2% | 7.8% | - Net revenue increased **17%** YoY, driven by a **46%** increase in the Wizards of the Coast and Digital Gaming segment, partially offset by a **4%** decline in Consumer Products[108](index=108&type=chunk) - Grow Brands revenue increased **25%**, primarily from MAGIC: THE GATHERING, MONOPOLY, and MARVEL products, including digital licensing for MONOPOLY GO - Cost of sales as a percentage of revenue decreased from **27.0%** to **23.1%** due to a product mix shift towards higher-margin digital and consumer product licensing[112](index=112&type=chunk) Segment Results Q1 2025 Operating Profit by Segment (in millions) | Segment | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Wizards of the Coast and Digital Gaming | $230.0 | $122.8 | +87% | | Consumer Products | ($43.9) | ($46.9) | -6% | | Entertainment | ($11.2) | $5.8 | -293% | | Corporate and Other | ($4.2) | $34.5 | -112% | - Wizards of the Coast and Digital Gaming revenue grew **46%**, driven by higher digital licensing for MONOPOLY GO! and a **51%** increase in Tabletop Gaming revenue from MAGIC: THE GATHERING[127](index=127&type=chunk) - Consumer Products revenue decreased **4%**, driven by declines in NERF, GI JOE, and PLAY-DOH, partially offset by growth in BEY BLADE, MARVEL, and TRANSFORMERS[129](index=129&type=chunk) - Entertainment segment's operating loss of **$11.2 million** was primarily due to a non-recurring **$25.0 million** loss on the disposal of the eOne Film and TV business[132](index=132&type=chunk) Liquidity and Capital Resources - The company believes cash from operations and available credit are adequate to meet working capital needs for the next twelve months[136](index=136&type=chunk) - As of March 30, 2025, cash and cash equivalents totaled **$621.1 million**[138](index=138&type=chunk) - The company has a **$1.25 billion** revolving credit facility, with no borrowings outstanding as of March 30, 2025[140](index=140&type=chunk) - During Q1 2025, the company repurchased **$50.4 million** of its outstanding debt[142](index=142&type=chunk) [Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=35&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company faces market risks from foreign currency fluctuations, using hedging, and holds $3.4 billion in fixed-rate debt - The company is exposed to market risks from fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates, particularly the U.S. dollar, Euro, British pound, Canadian dollar, Japanese Yen, Brazilian real, and Mexican peso[149](index=149&type=chunk) - To manage exposure, the company hedges a portion of its forecasted foreign currency transactions using foreign exchange forward and option contracts[150](index=150&type=chunk) - As of March 30, 2025, the company had **$3.4 billion** in fixed-rate debt and no outstanding interest rate swaps[152](index=152&type=chunk) [Item 4. Controls and Procedures](index=35&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded disclosure controls were effective as of March 30, 2025, with no material changes to internal control - The CEO and CFO concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of March 30, 2025[156](index=156&type=chunk) - There were no changes in internal control over financial reporting during the quarter that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the company's internal control[157](index=157&type=chunk) Part II - Other Information [Item 1. Legal Proceedings](index=37&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is defending a class action lawsuit regarding inventory statements, with two related shareholder derivative actions dismissed - A putative class action lawsuit was filed on November 13, 2024, alleging violations of securities laws related to statements about the company's inventory[158](index=158&type=chunk) - The company intends to vigorously defend against these claims and is unable to estimate a reasonably possible range of loss at this stage[158](index=158&type=chunk) - Two shareholder derivative actions with nearly identical allegations were filed and subsequently voluntarily dismissed by the plaintiffs[159](index=159&type=chunk)[160](index=160&type=chunk) [Item 1A. Risk Factors](index=37&type=page&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) There have been no material changes from the risk factors previously disclosed in the company's 2024 Form 10-K or subsequent filings - There are no material changes from the risk factors as previously disclosed in the company's 2024 Form 10-K[162](index=162&type=chunk) [Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=37&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) The company did not repurchase common stock in Q1 2025, with $241.6 million remaining available under its share repurchase authorization - No repurchases of the Company's Common Stock occurred during the three months ended March 30, 2025[164](index=164&type=chunk) - As of March 30, 2025, Hasbro had **$241.6 million** remaining available under its share repurchase authorization[164](index=164&type=chunk) [Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities](index=37&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Defaults%20Upon%20Senior%20Securities) The company reported no defaults upon its senior securities during the reporting period - None[165](index=165&type=chunk) [Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures](index=37&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) This item is not applicable to the company - Not applicable[166](index=166&type=chunk) [Item 5. Other Information](index=38&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20Information) No officers or directors adopted or terminated Rule 10b5-1 or non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangements during Q1 2025 - During the three months ended March 30, 2025, none of the company's officers or directors adopted or terminated a 'Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement' or 'non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement'[167](index=167&type=chunk) [Item 6. Exhibits](index=39&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists all exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including corporate governance documents, debt indentures, and certifications - The report lists numerous exhibits, including Restated Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, various debt Indentures, new forms of Restricted and Performance Stock Unit Agreements, and officer certifications required by the SEC[168](index=168&type=chunk)

Group 1 - The previous investment thought on Hasbro Inc. (HAS) was a buy rating due to an attractive entry point from the pullback in share price and a positive growth recovery outlook [1] - The investment approach focuses on long-term investments while incorporating short-term shorts to uncover alpha opportunities, emphasizing bottom-up analysis of individual companies' fundamental strengths and weaknesses [1] - The investment duration is medium to long-term, aiming to identify companies with solid fundamentals, sustainable competitive advantages, and growth potential [1]

Group 1: Federal Reserve and Interest Rate Expectations - Federal Reserve officials' comments have raised expectations for earlier interest rate cuts, with Governor Waller indicating support for cuts if high tariffs harm the job market [1] - Cleveland Fed President Mester suggested that rate action could occur as soon as June if clearer economic direction is obtained [1] Group 2: Stock Market Reactions - U.S. stock markets surged, with the Dow Jones up 1.23%, Nasdaq up 2.74%, and S&P 500 up 2.03%, driven by the anticipation of interest rate cuts [2] - Major tech stocks saw significant gains, with Tesla, Amazon, and Microsoft rising over 3%, while semiconductor stocks like Micron and Broadcom increased by over 6% [2] Group 3: Consumer Sentiment and Economic Concerns - A recent poll indicated that 47% of Americans believe tariffs will lead to significant price increases, with 53% expressing extreme concern over potential economic recession due to tariff policies [3][4] - Nearly 90% of respondents are worried about rising grocery prices in the coming months, reflecting deteriorating consumer sentiment [4] Group 4: Corporate Earnings and Forecast Adjustments - Procter & Gamble has lowered its revenue and profit expectations for fiscal year 2025, citing deteriorating consumer spending in the U.S. [4] - Hasbro warned of potential $300 million losses and up to $180 million in profit reductions if current tariff policies persist [4] - PepsiCo and American Airlines have also adjusted their annual profit forecasts downward due to increased production costs and economic uncertainty stemming from tariff policies [5] Group 5: Market Predictions and Analyst Adjustments - Deutsche Bank's strategy team has revised its year-end S&P 500 target down to 6,150 points, predicting a 5% decline in earnings, contrary to the general expectation of an 8% increase [5]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue increased by 17% to $887 million, driven by strong performance in the Magic business and licensing [22][8] - Adjusted operating profit rose 50% to $222 million, with an adjusted margin of 25.1%, a 5.5 percentage point improvement year-over-year [22][9] - Adjusted earnings per diluted share increased by 70% to $1.04, reflecting top-line growth and margin expansion [22][23] Business Segment Data and Key Metrics Changes - Wizards of the Coast segment revenue grew 46% to $462 million, with Magic revenue up 45% due to strong demand for recent releases [23][24] - Consumer products revenue declined by 4% to $398 million, but the adjusted operating loss improved by 18% to $31 million [26][22] - The entertainment segment saw a modest decline of 5% in revenue to $27 million, primarily due to deal timing [27] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted minimal impact from tariffs in Q1, with a focus on maintaining low costs and healthy margins through domestic sourcing [28][26] - Approximately 50% of the US toy and game volume originates from China, with plans to reduce this significantly [31][30] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is accelerating a $1 billion cost savings plan to offset tariff pressures and is prioritizing key price points to capture market share [12][22] - A multi-decade licensing agreement with Disney for Marvel and Star Wars was extended, enhancing category rights [14][15] - The company is diversifying its sourcing to mitigate tariff impacts, with a target to reduce China exposure below 40% by 2026 [111][112] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the challenges posed by the current global trade environment and the potential for higher consumer prices due to tariffs [16][17] - The guidance remains unchanged, supported by strong performance in games and licensing, but prolonged tariff conditions create unpredictability [33][39] - Management expressed confidence in the resilience of the toy category, viewing it as a small luxury that tends to perform better than other discretionary categories [50][51] Other Important Information - The company generated $138 million in operating cash and returned $98 million to shareholders via dividends [28][29] - The company is committed to maintaining a balanced approach to capital allocation, focusing on core growth engines while prioritizing debt reduction [41][42] Q&A Session Summary Question: How are tariffs impacting consumer spending? - Management indicated that the impact of tariffs on consumer spending is expected to be similar to the 2008 recession, with a cautious outlook on the toy category's resilience [47][50] Question: What are the conversations with retailers regarding order patterns? - Management noted that discussions with retailers are fluid, with no significant cancellations observed, and emphasized a partnership approach to manage inventory [54][56] Question: Will prolonged tariffs create structural costs? - Management confirmed that there will be incremental tariff exposure next year if current duties continue, but they are diversifying supply chains to mitigate costs [69][70] Question: What is the outlook for the Wizards segment? - Management raised the full-year outlook for Wizards, expecting mid to high teens revenue growth driven by strong demand for upcoming releases [36][80] Question: How is the company managing pricing strategies? - Management is focused on maintaining consistent prices for consumers while discussing potential pricing adjustments with retailers due to tariff impacts [59][60] Question: What is the company's strategy for reducing China exposure? - Management is accelerating efforts to reduce China sourcing below 40% by 2026, with a focus on diversifying manufacturing locations [111][112]

Core Viewpoint - Hasbro experienced a revenue increase in Q1, driven by strong performance in its gaming segment, but faces challenges due to evolving tariff situations Financial Performance - Net revenues for Q1 reached $887 million, marking a 17% increase, with a 46% surge from Wizards of the Coast and licensed digital gaming [1] - Adjusted operating profit rose to $222 million, an increase of $74 million from the previous quarter, and the company generated $138 million in operating cash flow [2] Tariff Impact - The company stated that tariffs had no material impact on Q1 results, but anticipates a gross impact of $100 million to $300 million from tariffs in 2025 [2] - The estimated net profit impact in 2025 is projected to be between $60 million and $180 million, depending on trade policy and consumer behavior [3] Sourcing and Manufacturing Strategy - Approximately half of Hasbro's toy and game volume originates in China, necessitating sourcing diversification [3] - China will remain a key manufacturing hub due to specialized capabilities, while the company is working with customers to manage inventory and pricing strategies [4] Cost-Saving Measures - Hasbro is accelerating a $1 billion cost-savings plan to mitigate tariff pressures [4] - The company is focusing on maintaining key price points and strengthening retail partnerships to capture market share [4] Strategic Flexibility - The games business and strategic flexibility provide Hasbro with options to navigate potential tariff and consumer outcomes [5]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue increased by 17% to $887 million, driven by strong performance in the Magic business and licensing [22][8] - Adjusted operating profit rose 50% to $222 million, with an adjusted margin of 25.1%, a 5.5 percentage point improvement year-over-year [22][9] - Adjusted earnings per diluted share increased by 70% to $1.04, reflecting top-line growth and margin expansion [22][23] Business Segment Data and Key Metrics Changes - Wizards of the Coast segment revenue grew 46% to $462 million, with Magic revenue up 45% due to strong demand for recent releases [23][24] - Consumer products revenue declined by 4% to $398 million, but the adjusted operating loss improved by 18% to $31 million [26][22] - The entertainment segment saw a modest decline of 5% in revenue to $27 million, primarily due to deal timing [27] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted minimal impact from tariffs in Q1, with a focus on maintaining low costs and healthy margins through domestic sourcing [28][26] - Approximately 50% of the US toy and game volume originates from China, with plans to reduce this significantly [31][30] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is accelerating a $1 billion cost savings plan to offset tariff pressures and is prioritizing key price points to capture market share [12][22] - A multi-decade licensing agreement with Disney for Marvel and Star Wars was extended, enhancing category rights [14][15] - The company is diversifying its sourcing to mitigate tariff impacts, with a target to reduce China exposure below 40% by 2026 [111][112] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the challenges posed by the current global trade environment and the potential for higher consumer prices due to tariffs [16][17] - The guidance remains unchanged, supported by strong performance in games and licensing, but prolonged tariff conditions create unpredictability [33][39] - The company is optimistic about the resilience of the toy category, viewing it as a small luxury that tends to perform better than other discretionary categories [50][51] Other Important Information - The company generated $138 million in operating cash and returned $98 million to shareholders via dividends [28][29] - The company is committed to maintaining a balanced approach to capital allocation, focusing on core growth engines while prioritizing debt reduction [41][42] Q&A Session Summary Question: How are tariffs impacting consumer spending? - Management sees potential impacts on consumer spending similar to the 2008 recession, with the toy category expected to remain resilient [49][50] Question: What are the conversations with retailers regarding order patterns? - Retailers are managing inventory fluidly, with no significant cancellations observed, and discussions are ongoing about pricing strategies [54][55] Question: Will prolonged tariffs create structural costs? - Yes, there will be incremental tariff exposure next year if current duties continue, but the company is diversifying its supply chain to mitigate this [69][70] Question: How is the company managing pricing in light of tariffs? - The company is focused on maintaining consistent prices for consumers and is discussing pricing strategies with retailers [59][60] Question: What is the outlook for the Wizards segment? - The Wizards segment is expected to perform well, with strong demand signals and a raised full-year outlook [36][80] Question: How is the company addressing manufacturing shifts from China? - The company is accelerating its diversification efforts, with plans to reduce reliance on China for manufacturing [30][31]

Core Viewpoint - Hasbro is facing significant financial impacts due to potential tariffs from the ongoing trade war, with estimates of a $300 million hit to its bottom line if the 145% levy on imports from China is implemented [1][2]. Financial Performance - Hasbro reported better-than-expected earnings, but the focus of investors and analysts was primarily on the implications of the trade war [1]. - The company maintained its full-year guidance, projecting a gross impact of $100 million to $300 million across the enterprise in 2025, depending on various tariff scenarios [2]. Tariff Impact - The CFO indicated that the forecast considers scenarios for China tariffs ranging from 50% to 145%, with an additional 10% for the rest of the world [2]. - CEO Chris Cocks noted that prolonged tariff conditions could lead to structural costs and increased market unpredictability, ultimately resulting in higher consumer prices [2]. Business Resilience - Despite the challenges, Hasbro believes it is well-positioned due to its robust games and licensing businesses and strategic flexibility [2]. - The U.S. games business benefits from digital and domestic sourcing, with many board games produced in Massachusetts [2]. - The Wizards of the Coast division has limited tariff exposure, with less than $10 million at risk due to domestic production in North Carolina, Texas, and Japan [2].

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Hasbro (HAS) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.04 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.67 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.61 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non- recurring items. This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of 55.22%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this toy maker would post earnings of $0.38 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.46, delivering a surprise of 21.05%. Over the last four quarters, the company has s ...